Issue Date 6 May 2021

Important Dates

Assembly R/1 Red -2.20pm VeritasFriday 7 May

Mother's DaySunday 9 May

Mother's DayLiturgy R/1P & R/1YMonday 10 May

NAPLAN - WritingTuesday 11 May

NAPLAN - ReadingWednesday 12 May

NAPLAN -LanguageConventionsMonday 17 May

NAPLAN -NumeracyTuesday 18 May

Assembly R/1Yellow - 2.20pmVeritasFriday 21 May

From the Principal

Mother’s Day Celebrating with Loved Ones

One of the most important celebrations one can be involved in is family gatherings such as Mother's Day, which is this coming Sunday.

I encourage all of you, where possible, to take the opportunity to spend some quality time with your Mum, Grandmother or significant

female figure in your life. While the concept of Mother's Day has been commercialised in recent years, the sentiment behind it,

recognising and saying thank you to your mother for all she does for you is something that we should all take the time to do.

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I wish all our mothers a happy and joyous Mother's Day and trust that you will have a great time celebrating with your family. For those of

you who can't be with your Mum this Sunday, give thanks for all she has done for you, call her, send a text, or recognise her in a way

that is meaningful to you and your loved ones.

Casual Day Friday 7 May – Gold Coin Donation

On the evening of Thursday 6 May, Mr Fitzgerald will join other school and education sector leaders from across the state as they come

together to raise important funds and awareness for the most vulnerable people in our local communities.

Each year in South Australia there are more than 6,000 people, including children, who have no place to call home. You might not see

them sleeping rough on the street, they may be some of the many who sleep in their cars, or couch surf with family and friends.

At the Principal Sleepout, comfy beds and home cooked meals will be swapped for cardboard and a night without the creature comforts

of home.

By choosing to sleep out for one night, you can experience just a small part of what those facing homelessness and disadvantage do

each and every day.

The money raised from our Casual Day, will go towards the St Vinnies Sleep Out. Mr Fitzgerald has set a target of $2000 – our school’s

contribution will help him achieve this goal.

If you would like to make a personal donation please click on the following link:

https://vinnies-sa.grassrootz.com/vinnies-2021-principal-sleepout/mr-fitz-olqp-olv-whitefriars

Many thanks.

Catholic Education Week

This week marks 200 years of Catholic Education in Australia and on Tuesday we celebrated this with a liturgy lead by our R/1 B & R/1 R

classes. We are very proud of our school heritage, but equally proud of being able to offer a quality Catholic Education for all children in

our care.

Loving God,

Guide us to know life in its fullness, to raise our hearts and minds to know God’s love.

Raise our hearts and minds to be inspired by Jesus, the Catholic faith and tradition.

Raise our hearts to be loving, compassionate and respectful.

Raise our minds to be inquisitive, capable and seek truth.

May we be aware of listening to the stirring of our hearts to prompt action.

Guide us to respond to the needs of others and all of God’s creation.

In all our thoughts, words and actions, help us raise our hearts and minds

in creating the world you desire.

Loving God hear our prayer

Amen

NAPLAN

The National Assessment Program Literacy and Numeracy NAPLAN for Year 3 & 5 takes place from 11 May to 21 May. This year all

schools in Australia will be participating in NAPLAN online. Remembering that last year the NAPLAN testing was cancelled due to

COVID. The staff have been working hard in ensuring the students are prepared for this online testing.

To get an idea of what the tests look like, visit the public demonstration site at: www.nap.edu.au/online-assessment/public-

demonstration-site

There are four components: - Language Conventions; Writing; Reading and Numeracy. All students in Years 3, and 5 will participate in

the assessment program. If your child is absent during this period, there will be catch up sessions.

It is important children arrive to school on time, after a calm morning at home, students are feeling ready to participate in the testing

process. The best support you can provide is a calm, positive approach with no great or extra emphasis on the importance of NAPLAN.

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The children will take this in their stride and with this calm, matter of fact approach this will be the best support you can provide.

If you have any queries re the NAPLAN Online testing please see your child’s teacher.

Winter Uniform

The beginning of Term 2 is the designated change over to the Winter School Uniform, but as always there is a two week change over

period. We are aware of a delay in the supply of uniforms in the shop. If you are waiting for your uniform order to arrive please continue

to wear weather appropriate uniform (i.e. sports if cold & summer if warm)

Hats – are still worn in May for PE Lessons and play times. Students not wearing a hat at play will be asked to sit under a verandah. We

do not wear hats in June, July & August.

Assembly Roster

Assemblies are now on Friday starting at 2.20pm. Parents are always welcome to attend as they are an important part of our school life

and are a great insight into what is happening around the school. There are still COVID restrictions in place, which we are relaxing.

Your child’s teacher will invite you.

Term 2

Week 2 R/1 R

Week 4 R/1 Y

Week 6 R/1 P

Week 8 Yr 4

Week 10 R/1 B

From the APRIM

Greetings everyone,

I hope that the school holiday break was a chance to refresh and enjoy some family time. The children did seem excited about returning

last week.

Our Faith

May is the month dedicated to Mary, Jesus’ mother. During May we celebrate Mother’s Day, the feast of one of Australia’s patron saints,

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Our Lady Help of Christians and the Feast of Our Lady of the Visitation – acknowledging the visit of Mary to her cousin Elizabeth.

Our School

I would like to wish all of the mothers, grandmothers and other significant female carers tied up with our school a very “Happy Mother’s

Day” for this coming Sunday.

Children, let’s try to make this Mother’s Day the best one that we’ve ever had!

Faith Formation

This Tuesday, the parish leadership met with the APRIMS from both of our parish schools to prepare for our upcoming workshop. We

were recently given dates for the children to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation in August, so we are now in a position to plan

backwards and create a timeline involving the children and their families. More information will follow.

Miscellaneous

I have been overwhelmed with the generosity and goodwill expressed by our beautiful community in relation to the Vinnies Principal

Sleepout. Not only have the children been asking questions, but this amazing school community has gone above and beyond in terms of

donations and well wishes.

This Friday, the school is showing its support to this cause by having a ‘Casual Clothes Day’ to raise money for the Vinnies Principal

Sleepout.

If you would like to make a personal donation please follow the link below.

https://vinnies-sa.grassrootz.com/vinnies-2021-principal-sleepout/mr-fitz-olqp-olv-whitefriars?tab=donations

Thank you very much to you all.

Prayer/Reflection

On Monday of Week 5 (May 24), a special mass will take place to commemorate 200 years of Catholic Education in Australia.

This mass will be live streamed from Sydney via the following link.

www.200years.catholic.edu.au

This is truly a significant occasion for our catholic schools.

The website that has been set up for this year’s celebrations has links to prayers and songs, some of which the children have seen and

there are also some suggestions for use at home.

God bless you and take care,

Patrick.

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From the Tuckshop

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Lunch orders are CASH ONLY

Lunch orders need to be placed by 9.30am sharp every morning

NO late orders will be accepted after 9.30am

As of Monday 10th May a new price list will come into effect

We will be opening for Recess on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays (see Recess items on updated menu, any suggestions will

be appreciated)

Sorry but we cannot heat food from home

All lunch order must be written on a paper bag (these can be purchased through the tuckshop - 10 bags for .60c

Ice blocks are available at LUNCH only

From the Library

During Terms 1, 2 & 4 children from all classes will bring home with them Scholastic Australia book club catalogues. These catalogues

offer the chance for children to select books for purchasing.

We do not send catalogues during Term 3, as we hold our annual Book Fair. More information regarding this event will be sent home

closer to the time.

How to Order.

Scholastic now only offer an online payment and order system called Book Club Loop. This allows you to order your child’s books and

pay for them online. Follow the link: www.scholastic.com.au/LOOP

No order forms or cash payments will be accepted at school.

Approximately two weeks after the due date (sometimes sooner) the books will be delivered to the child’s class.

Purchases made through Scholastic book clubs earn bonus points for our school which go towards purchasing new books for the library.

If you have any questions regarding the Scholastic Book Club please see Shey in the library.

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We are all familiar with the ancient African proverb that says, “It takes a village to raise a child,” and importantly it takes a village to

educate a child. The people your children are around, in their everyday lives effect who your children will grow up to be. All the classroom

teachers, parents, caregivers, ESO’s, our volunteers, our school leader, the Kindy teachers and the OSCH staff create a learning

environment that is safe and conducive to learning. We are blessed to work with staff that are committed and enthusiastic in building

positive relationships with your children.

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Sports News

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Catholic Schools Swimming Carnival

Congratulations to our swim team who competed at a recent Catholic Schools Swimming Carnival at SA Aquatics Centre. We finished

in 6 place overall.

Mayah Edwards & Jordan Smith were selected as our swim captains.

We had several students receive ribbons for their events however all of the students did a wonderful job representing our School.

Special thanks to Michelle Edwards, Julie Reed & Lisa Heading for being officials. Also, thanks to all the parents and Grandparents that

came along and supported our swimmers.

Yours in swimming

John Merrett/Shey Angove

Port SAPSASA NewsAthletics - Our Athletics team who represented OLV at the recent Port SAPSASA Athletics Carnival had a very successful day, finishing

in 2 place in our division. All students had a fun day with many ribbons being won. Congratulations to Mayah Edwards and Jordan

Smith who were selected as our Athletics Captains for the carnival.

The following students have qualified to compete at the upcoming School Sport SA State Track and Field Championships at SA Athletics

Stadium.

Ajok Kuir 800m/1500m/Long Jump

Jordan Smith 1500m

Thank you to Ms Ida & Ms Naismith for supervising and marshalling the students.

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Cross Country - Congratulations to Ajok Kuir, Mayah Edwards & Jordan Smith who have qualified to represent Port SAPSASA at the

upcoming School Sport SA Cross Country Championships at Oakbank Racecourse on Thursday 10 June 2021.

Softball - The following students are to be congratulated on representing the Port SAPSASA District at the recent School Sport SA

Softball State Carnival.

Max Neville & Jordan Smith received a Gold Medal for winning the Boys Div 1.

Mackenzie Howie, Alexandra Behrendt & Tara Coggins received a Silver Medal for winning the Girls Div 2.

Ella Gustard represented the Gawler District in the Girls Div. 1.

OLV School Soccer

Our school soccer season starts this Saturday 8 May 2021. Please check the Website https://www.nwjsa.org.au/ for the seasons

fixture. A huge thankyou to the many volunteers who were able to make these teams happen.

Regards

John Merrett

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